The Best Movies To Watch In 2025 (So Far!)

2025’s been a solid year for movies so far, with some real crowd-pleasers hitting theaters. According to Rotten Tomatoes’ Popcornmeter, where fans give their honest takes, a few films have scored big, earning “Verified Hot” status with audience ratings of 90% or better. From fast cars to intense spy action and gritty revenge tales, these movies have hooked viewers with great stories, awesome performances, and jaw-dropping visuals. Here’s a rundown of the top three 2025 releases based on what audiences are loving.

1. F1 The Movie

Audience Score: 98% on the Popcornmeter (Verified Hot)
Release Date: June 27, 2025
Details: Directed by Joseph Kosinski, who nailed Top Gun: Maverick, F1 The Movie dives into the high-speed world of Formula 1. Brad Pitt plays a veteran racer coming back to guide a young hotshot, Damson Idris, through the chaos of competition. Shot during real Grand Prix races, it feels super real, with crazy intense race scenes and slick camera work. Fans are eating it up for the heart-racing action and Pitt’s killer performance, plus the emotional punch of the story. With a stacked cast like Kerry Condon and Javier Bardem, it’s no wonder it’s got a near-perfect 98% score. It’s still in theaters, so catch it on the big screen for the full experience.

2. Ballerina

Audience Score: 93% on the Popcornmeter (Verified Hot)
Release Date: June 6, 2025
Details: A spin-off from the John Wick series, Ballerina puts Ana de Armas in the spotlight as Rooney, an assassin out for blood. Directed by Len Wiseman, it’s got all the slick action and cool visuals you’d expect from the John Wick world, with awesome fight scenes and a dark, gritty edge. Set around the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, it even brings back Keanu Reeves for some cameo love. Fans are raving about de Armas stealing the show with her mix of toughness and heart, and the 93% score proves it’s a hit. It’s still playing in theaters, with streaming likely coming to places like Prime Video or Peacock soon.

3. Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning

Audience Score: 93% on the Popcornmeter (Verified Hot)
Release Date: May 23, 2025
Details: The Mission: Impossible series wraps up with a bang in The Final Reckoning, directed by Christopher McQuarrie. Tom Cruise is back as Ethan Hunt, pulling off insane stunts and diving into high-stakes spy games. This one’s got everything—wild action, global adventures, and a story that ties up the franchise nicely. The cast, with Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Hayley Atwell, and newcomer Hannah Waddingham, brings a lot of heart and chemistry. Fans are loving the epic stunts (all real, because it’s Cruise) and the emotional payoff, giving it a 93% score. It’s still in theaters, with digital release probably hitting Paramount+ or Apple TV+ soon.